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Ms. Ethel from New York, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Chemistry and pH

Help me give my students opportunities to experiment with acids and bases using common household materials (balloons and vinegar) and to be able to explore color changing experiments using the well plates.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Students

My students attend a high-needs high school in New York City. Our school focuses on developing critical thinkers who can express their understanding through projects and defending their work through oral presentations. Most of my students work hard at school, get to school by public transit, then after school, work, take care of their family, or do sports, theater, or college prep.

My students ask curious questions and learn best through hands-on science explorations and involving their communities.

They build on their learning, have needs, and come to school to learn chemistry, neuroscience, computer science, math, and AP English. They ask questions and are curious - even about cacti and water evaporation and batteries and space!

My Project

We are requesting safety goggles, balloons and vinegar to be able to explore color changing experiments using the well plates. Students will explore how common products can be real chemicals and cause real changes.

Students will develop experiments around color-changing reactions using the acidic vinegar in the well plates.

By utilizing vinegar as a safe alternative to other acids, students have the opportunity to explore more in depth and gain a deeper understanding of acids and bases and how to change the pH.

Students will be challenged to develop fast acting airbags using balloons, baking soda, and vinegar as an engineering design project. They will use their interdisciplinary skills of math, reading, writing, and chemistry to share their successes and struggles with the class.

Ms. Ethel Vanguard High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
48 Pack of Safety Glasses (48 Protective Goggles in 6 Different Colors) Crystal Clear Eye Protection - Perfect for Construction, Shooting, Lab Work, and More! • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
BIPEE Polystyrene Petri Dish 6 Well Cell Culture Plate, Sterile, Pack of 10 • Amazon Business $13.00 2 $26.00
40% Vinegar Concentrate | Acetic Acid Cleaning Vinegar | Home & Garden - 1 Gallon • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Nexci Party Balloons (100 Pack): Premium Quality Helium and Air 12 Inch Balloons with Assorted Colors for Events and Birthdays • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Heinz White Vinegar (1 gal Jug) • Amazon Business $3.28 4 $13.12

Materials cost

$118.08

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$149.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.44

Total project goal

$176.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$176.29

2 Donors

-$176.29

Donations toward project cost

-$149.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.44

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$0.00

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